Episode 373 Show Notes
Topic of the show: Archie League and His Award. On this week’s show, RH and AG discuss the Archie League Award for ATC, why it’s important and a quick rundown on Archie League himself, the first air traffic controller. We also play the pilot’s prayer, discuss visual approach backups, and answer more of your awesome aviation questions and feedback.
Links:
https://www.natca.org/2023/08/21/archie-league-and-the-genesis-of-federal-air-traffic-control/
https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/flythetransition/episodes/Episode-50---Inside-the-Tower--the-Cockpit-Opposing-Bases-RH-on-ATC--Airlines--and-Career-Shifts-e2ut9kg
2018 Archie Awards: President’s Award: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9bgzG9SAJuY for this save: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ROTcj9NkD7A
Timely Feedback:
1. Controller Charles Delta sent audio on flight following usage into Cigarette Airport
2. Patron JT sends info on CRJ climate control and warring zones
3. Patron JK sends follow up on why his students go to CCB airport
4. Patron Zulu sent audio about old radios and delayed gratification
5. Patron WM asks about backing up a visual with an RNAV
Feedback
1. Lord AJ wrote a prayer and it was read in audio by Patron BS
2. Patron ED asks about EDCT’s (expect departure clearance time)
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